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Jeffrey Cornish (He / Him)

Country Director/Representative Refugee Support Center (RSC) Africa, Church World ServiceS

Church World Services

CertificateHarvard University

United States

Summary

Accomplished and mission-driven Country Director with over 20 years of experience leading nonprofit and government organizations that deliver humanitarian aid, refugee support, and community development programs across the U.S. and around the world. Proven record of designing and implementing philanthropic and humanitarian strategies that have improved the lives and livelihoods of thousands of vulnerable individuals. Skilled in setting strategic direction, strengthening organizational capacity, and building impactful partnerships with donors, government agencies, and local stakeholders. A dynamic and inspiring leader, I cultivate organizational cultures grounded in empowerment, teamwork, and accountability—providing the vision, direction, and motivation necessary for sustained success. Experienced in leading culturally diverse teams in complex and challenging environments, I am recognized for my integrity, authenticity, and unwavering commitment to advancing humanitarian values and achieving transformative, measurable impact.

Experience

  • personnel / human resources
  • development aid
  • development
  • torts / conflict resolution
  • architecture / design
  • ec
  • united states
  • uganda
  • azerbaijan
  • gambia
  • rwanda
  • Sectors
  • Funders
  • Countries

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